A total blockbuster is the 2012 Syrah Lewis Vineyard, and it’s just another example of the quality of the 2012 vintage in Washington state. Made from 100% Syrah aged in mostly French oak (25% American oak was in there, but in this case it doesn’t detract), this tight, concentrated, focused Syrah gives up lots of scorched earth, vanilla bean, blackberry and maybe a hint of asphalt; it has ripe tannin, integrated acidity, and fabulous purity. This is a beautiful wine that will drink nicely through 2032.